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Arbroath Lighthouse

HC39+V4, Arbroath DD11 1BB, UK

Name and Location

The Arbroath Lighthouse stands at an address of HC39+V4, Arbroath DD11 1BB, UK, with coordinates (-2.5827104, 56.5541459). It is located in the town of Arbroath, Scotland, United Kingdom.

Construction and History

The Arbroath Lighthouse was constructed in 1809 during the Napoleonic Wars era. The lighthouse's construction may have been influenced by concerns over naval activity in the area during this time period.

Architecture and Materials

No information is available on the architecture or materials used to build the Arbroath Lighthouse.

Light and Navigation

The light has a range of 5 nautical miles and exhibits a characteristic pattern of Fl(3)W.15s, meaning it flashes three times every 15 seconds. The focal height of the lighthouse is 8 meters (26 feet).

Accessibility and Visiting

Public accessibility to the lighthouse is possible through guided tours or on-site facilities, but the operation status is unknown.

Notable Views and Landscape

From the top of the lighthouse, visitors can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding coastline and sea. The lighthouse is situated in a coastal area with a rich maritime history.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No local folklore or unique anecdotes about the Arbroath Lighthouse are available.

Technical and Operational Details

The operation status of the lighthouse is unknown, and no information is available on whether it still functions for navigation. No AIS (Automatic Identification System) or radar installation details are mentioned.

Further Information

  • The town of Arbroath offers various attractions, such as the Arbroath Abbey and the Signal Tower Museum.

Details

NameArbroath Lighthouse
CityArbroath
CountryScotland
Coordinates56.5541459, -2.5827104
Year of construction1809
Historic significancepart of maritime history
Focal height8
Access descriptionguided tours
Landscape typecoastal area
View descriptionstunning views of the surrounding coastline and sea
Guided tourstrue
Nearby attractionsArbroath Abbey, Signal Tower Museum
Light characteristicFl(3)W.15s
Light range5